The 2023 US Open Men’s Singles recap: the surprises and the smashing successes
While the year is not over, all of this year’s grand slams are now complete. On Sept. 10, after two weeks of serving, scoring, victories and upset, the 2023 US Open came to a close. Like every year, there were a lot of thrills to be found. While everyone makes their predictions on what will […]
‘Bottoms’ is the wild high school satire that this generation needs
High school can be a messy experience for everyone. However, what is stopping people from changing that? Could they make those changes through beating the shit out of their classmates, friends and crushes? In real life, that is probably not the best choice to make. However, in “Bottoms”, that could be the ticket to success. […]
Comedian Ryan Kelly (@YouthPastorRyan) performs at Brandeis
On Sept. 2, comedian Ryan Kelly performed his stand up comedy routine at Brandeis. Kelly has made a big name for himself online in comedy, which led to a lot of anticipation for the event. This comedic event was organized by the Department of Student Engagement. There was free admission that was on a first-come, […]
‘Asteroid City’ is Wes Anderson to the extreme
Wes Anderson has built a name for himself amongst the film lover community. This is not only for the stories that he tells, but also the aesthetics that he creates. The over-saturation, the use of symmetry, cut-and-dry dialogue and precocious characters are just some of the staples of Anderson’s dialogue. It has come to a […]
Brandeis National Committee will honor journalist Judy Woodruff at 75th anniversary
At Brandeis’ 75th Anniversary celebration, broadcast journalist Judy Woodruff will be honored with the Brandeis National Committee’s (BNC) Abram L. Sachar Award, named in honor of Brandeis’s founding president. The BNC, which has existed since the school started in 1948, provides support for the university through fundraising and events. Awarded annually since its establishment in […]
A day at the US Open
Have you ever wanted to go to an amusement park, but it is centered around tennis matches? Well, that is the best way to describe my experience of going to the first day of the US Open. It was a day full of chaos, but it was the good kind of chaos. I have been […]
‘And Just Like That…’ has improved in its second season, but it will never compare to ‘Sex and the City’
When a series is so iconic, it can be difficult for a revival to live up to the original. In fact, in these situations, many people question if a revival was necessary in the first place. These are the thoughts people have had with “And Just Like That…,” the revival of the famous “Sex and […]
‘Barbie’ causes tears of laughter and slight sorrow
The Barbie doll was invented in 1959. Since then, generations of children have played with the dolls. They have been an expression of their imaginations and have taught young girls that they can be anything they want. From doctor to astronaut to mermaid and everything in between. Some people may have come to see Barbie […]
The Ups and Downs of Finding an Internship
Remember when summer was all about freedom? You could spend your days doing whatever you wanted, whenever you wanted, because no one expected anything from you. Summer is not that simple anymore. In college, you can not just turn off your brain and relax at a summer camp. Now, summer is all about internships and […]
2023 US Open men’s draw preview: Who will be victorious?
Three grand slams down, one to go. As we approach the end of August, we are getting into the US Open season. It is the last grand slam of the year, and there will certainly be a lot of excitement. Starting Aug. 28, 128 men and 128 women compete until they are down to one […]
‘Baby J’ is an unfiltered and up-close look at John Mulaney’s breakdown
Throughout most of his career, John Mulaney had a reputation for being a personable and noncontroversial comedian. With his crisp suits, megawatt smile and a fun wife that he seemed to love, Mulaney had admiration from millions of fans around the world. While he talked openly in the past about his days of being a […]
‘Air’ is an exciting look at how Michael Jordan became Air Jordan
If asked to think of the greatest basketball player of all time, people will most likely think of Michael Jordan. Ever since he joined the NBA, and even before that, he has shown absolute skill on the court, leading to a legendary status. Not only has he become known for his basketball skills, but he […]
‘The Fabelmans’ is a coming of age story that is made important by the storyteller
Steven Spielberg is one of the most renowned film directors of all time. From “Jaws” to “Jurassic Park” to “Schindler’s List,” he has gained a legacy that should last a long time. However, he did not start with fame and riches from day one. Spielberg had to work his way up. The first step to […]
The 95th Oscars recap: The dazzle, dancing and donkey
Awards season has unfortunately come to an end. It sure has been quite a season, and it all went out with a bang. On March 12, the 95th annual Academy Awards aired live on ABC. The stars came to look their best and win some awards. Now, as far as Oscars ceremonies go, this was […]
Martin Baron selected as the 2023 Richman Fellow
Martin “Marty” Baron was selected as Brandeis’ Richman Fellow for Public Life. The Richman Fellow is awarded to someone “whose contributions have had a significant impact on improving American society, strengthening democratic institutions, advancing social justice or increasing opportunities for all citizens to realize and share in the benefits of this nation,” according to the […]
‘Tár’ is slow and steady, but is carried by its lead performance
Historically, the world of conductors and classical music has been dominated by straight men. This can be seen as a toxic culture, and many people believe that there needs to be shakeups and to welcome diversity. Even though society can move away from that culture, there may still be some deep toxicity lurking. That is […]
The 95th Oscars: What will win and what should win
Calling all film lovers, it is that time of year again. I’m going to be perfectly honest, this was not my favorite movie year. While some films were exemplary, the lineup as a whole was kind of mixed and not that mind-blowing. I found last year to be a better year and the year before […]
‘She Said’ has plain storytelling, but harsh truths
In the Hollywood industry and many workplaces, women were historically taught to keep quiet and let the men take control. This all changed with the #MeToo movement. This allowed women to finally speak up about the harassment they had been facing. A lot of this began with sexual assault accusations against revered movie producer Harvey […]
‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ is a quiet film that packs a humorous punch
Many people in today’s world have gone through the experience of being randomly unfriended online without knowing why. This may seem like a modern problem, but what if it was a problem experienced in the early 20th century on a remote island? That question is reflected in the film “The Banshees of Inisherin.” This film […]
‘The Whale’ is a fascinating yet emotionally draining character study
“Do you ever get the feeling that people are incapable of not caring?” This question is pondered in Darren Aronofsky’s film “The Whale.” This is a film that is meant to show that even if there may be some bad qualities in people, there may be some good qualities that lurk underneath, and vice versa. […]
